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Enjoy the very best of LondonTue, 17 Mar 2015 16:11:19 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1Five of the Best: Festive London Ice Rinkshttp://blog.visitlondon.com/2013/11/five-of-the-best-festive-london-ice-rinks/
http://blog.visitlondon.com/2013/11/five-of-the-best-festive-london-ice-rinks/#commentsThu, 21 Nov 2013 09:22:53 +0000http://blog.visitlondon.com/?p=36230Winter’s here so it’s time to wrap up warm, get your skates on and soak up the festive atmosphere at one of London’s gorgeous open-air ice rinks.

Why go? Sited in Somerset House’s glorious 18th-century courtyard, this ice rink’s setting is spectacular. After dark, skate to a live soundtrack spun by some of the world’s top DJs at dedicated Club Nights, or hear festive tunes on Tuesday nights. The Somerset Penguin Club offers training space to newbies under the age of eight. There’s also a skate school for adult beginners.

Why go? Set amongst the backdrop of one of London’s most famous museums, this 1000sqm ice rink can be found beneath 76,000 fairy lights. And if that wasn’t festive enough, the rink also has a Christmas tree at its centre. Warm up in the Natural History Museum after your skating session.

Why go? Located in the moat of this magnificent ancient fortress, a skating session at the Tower of London ice rink is a must for history buffs. Brilliantly illuminated after dark, it’s the perfect spot for a romantic evening skate.

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http://blog.visitlondon.com/2010/11/ice-skating-at-hampton-court-palace/#commentsMon, 29 Nov 2010 14:35:11 +0000http://blog.visitlondon.com/?p=17427The ice rink at Hampton Court Palace opened this weekend and I was lucky enough to attend the launch on Friday evening.

It was a bitterly cold night but as I left the train station and saw the palace colourfully illuminated for the occasion, I was very glad I’d made the journey.

It really was a spectacular setting. There was a brass band playing carols, hot chocolate, mulled wine and mince pies to snack on in the café and of course, the chance to ice skate in front of Hampton Court Palace.

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It’s set to be a frosty weekend, with the weather forecast predicting snow in London. So why not embrace the cold weather by hitting the ice, forget all about it with some retail therapy or make your own winter warmers at the Bust Craftacular.

Club De Fromage @Somerset House Ice Rink – skate under the stars to cheesy pop from Club De Fromage DJs. 8pm- 11.30pm, Saturday 27 Novwww.ClubdeFromage.com

Alternatively try one of London’s other winter ice rinks, they’re all open now! All weekend

Shop yourself silly at West End VIP Day when Oxford and Regent Streets go traffic free for a super shopping Saturday. 27 Nov

Make your own Xmas goodies at the Bust Craftacular event in Bethnal Green, where you’re invited to shop, craft, dance and make merry. Sunday 28 Nov

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Tonight is Bonfire Night and there will be fireworks displays happening all over London this evening and tomorrow. Some other happenings you may wish to sample include: